Recent content by SbSteve

Is it similar to the amount of power cut out that happens when you shift gears? Perhaps there is a problem with the cadence sensor.

Yes, I did get a bike fit before I bought this bike. I got the bike fit at my local shop on the aluminum frame, and I bought a carbon frame version at a different shop. My local shop was very helpful, and since I paid for the bike fit, when I brought the new bike in to them, they made...

This is from the Specialized Creo 2 manual, about the Smart Control feature of the app that Stefan mentioned above: I can't comment on how well this works since I just got the bike, and I don't have a heart rate monitor, but presumably you enter your desired heart rate and the bike will...

Took the new bike for a first ride today, about 12 miles (20 km). What a joy to ride, and definitely a good workout. I used 87% eco mode, 3% sport, and 8% off. I guess the other 2% was coasting. Going into a brisk headwind for much of the ride, I really appreciated the motor assist. With a...

Meanwhile, in southern California it feels quite cool today in the 60's f (about 17c). My first ride on the new Turbo Creo 2.

I'll start out with the gorgeous but not-as-steep topography closer to the water and then make my way up to some of the steeper roads in the mountains. If I see Oprah on one of the bike-paths, I'll say hi for you. :cool:

I found one! I bought one! I drove to a dealer 90 miles away to get it. (Central California.) My LBS recommended this shop and now I'm happy to be able to support two small independent shops, both of which are quite knowledgeable in Specialized bikes and e-bikes. I got the Comp in blue...

The Turbo Creo 2 user manual refers to these buttons as the Road Remote in section 8.3. The buttons can be placed anywhere, but the manual has pictures of them on the handlebar flats, left side and right side, so that may be where the dealer put them. The buttons are often underneath the...

All of a sudden, the Creo 2 is pretty much out of stock! I wonder if Specialized is coming out with a new (and undoubtedly more expensive) version.

Nice! I'm going through the same thought process. Seriously considering the Creo 2. Would love to see a few pics of your new ride!

What does it weigh? I have not looked at it, but its geometry looks like the riding position might be more leaned over, more like a road bike than the SL. Shorter stack and longer reach. And the shorter trail indicates it might be more nimble and quick-steering. Kind of goes along with their...

I have not seen or ridden the 4.0. I think the components on the 4.0 are more closely matched to the Trek FX+ 7. On paper the differences between the 4.0 and the 5.0 seem minor and hard for me to see how those differences add up to $500. It's possible that the U600 components on the 4.0 are...

I test rode the new SL2 5.0 today. I rode it for about 20 minutes in traffic, on the flat, up some hills, etc. I only noticed the weight of the bike when I tried to pick it up. Once I was riding, I never noticed the weight. It felt very nimble despite the weight and the longer wheelbase and...

You can still find a few available online. Prices are dropping now that the new model is out. Talk to your local dealer to see about having one shipped to them for assembly. Here is one...

OK, yes that is a point of pride for Specialized and a consideration in comparing bikes. But not a reason for me to completely rule out any bike manufacturer that does not also build their own motors. Otherwise what other brand could I consider other than Specialized? I don't think TQ will be...